What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Bargate and arriving at Roundabout via The Broadway, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Southampton to Cornwall?

The distance between Southampton and Cornwall is 217 miles. The road distance is 173.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Cornwall without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £110 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Cornwall?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Southampton to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cornwall bus from?

Southampton to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cornwall train from?

Southampton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Southampton to Cornwall bus arrive?

Southampton to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Cornwall train arrive?

Southampton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Cornwall is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Southampton to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Southampton to Cornwall - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Fareham - Bristol Parkway / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Partrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 4m
£117–220
Drive 172.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Cornwallcar 172.9 mi
3h 27m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
9h 10m
£44–63
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
7h
£89–220

Southampton to Cornwall by train

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bargate to Roundabout via Bus Station, The Broadway, Avington Turn, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 10m.

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